Since the last newsletter, the South Island Executive team has changed. Dr. Sarah Brabant has stepped down to enjoy her maternity leave with her new son. We wish Sarah and her family health and happiness! After my appeal for new executive members, I am delighted to report that I have […]
Read moreThe inaugural event hosted by the South Island MSA’s Social and Wellness Committee saw nearly 100 physicians come together to learn about “Physician Financial Independence” from Drs. Paul and Jane Healey. These Ontario physicians shared invaluable information during their presentation and the Q&A session, but Victoria area docs found the […]
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Don Milliken has been visiting various Departments to educate physician members about the role of the MSA in our hospital/health authority system, and to share the news that SI-FEI funds have been allocated to support departmental engagement. Please contact Don directly at president@southislandmsa.ca to invite him to your next departmental […]
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As within many large organizations, ‘how we do business’ has a direct impact on our day-to-day operations. Don Milliken recently made a presentation to HAMAC on culture. His discussion paper and presentation posit that culture cannot be a “one-off”: It is important for us all to feel that physician voices […]
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This is the big question being asked by researcher Brenda Warren. She’s currently looking to speak with members of the medical staff to understand what the current recognition experience is, what constitutes meaningful recognition and how we can advance a culture of recognition at Island Health. If you’re interested in […]
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The Medical Staff Association: What is it and why is it? Traditionally, the opinions of the Medical Staff have been important drivers of effective care delivery in hospitals. Physicians are recognized as knowledgeable professionals who articulate what good patient care should be and who advocate for their patients. Historically (and […]
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